Fancy getting all Zen in Italy? Verdura Resort in Sicily may be the perfect spot. Between March 20 and 27, the resort, which is owned by Rocco Forte Hotels, is offering yoga sessions, healthy meals and detoxifying spa treatments. Amme Poulton and Ally Ford's Rocket Yoga is based on the ashtanga system and has advanced poses as well as modifications for beginners. Verdura Resort is set on 230 hectares on the south-west coast of Sicily. The Rocket Yoga retreat packages, which include seven nights' accommodation, full board, twice-daily yoga for six days and spa treatments, start from €2,164 (Dh8,925) for a single occupancy. Visit www.roccofortehotels.com/hotels-and-resorts/verdura-resort.
SoHo the way to propose
If you're looking for a unique way to pop the question, Trump SoHo New York may have the answer: write it in the sky. The AAA Five Diamond-rated hotel is offering skywriting services where lovebirds can surprise their significant other with a personalised proposal. Taking romance to new heights, the package offers guests overnight accommodation and a bottle of beverage to toast their love. The Trump SoHo Sky-High Engagement experience costs from US$6,500 (Dh23,874). Visit www.trumphotelcollection.com/soho.
An egg-stra special experience
Easter is just around the corner and the Corinthia Palace Hotel & Spa Malta is offering travellers the opportunity to experience an authentic Easter on the island. Wake up to a superb breakfast, followed by an Easter-inspired lunch and an "egg-stra" special Easter treat at the elegant Villa Corinthia. Guests will stay in a deluxe room and can then explore the island and join in the festivities. The package, which starts from €180 (Dh742) and must include a stay on April 5, includes overnight accommodation for two, breakfast, Easter Sunday lunch and a late check-out. Visit www.corinthia.com/hotels/malta/palace-hotel-and-spa/offers/experience/easter-in-the-sun.
Spend some time with Picasso and Dalí
Barcelona is painting the perfect picture for art enthusiasts with the launch of its Picasso/Dalí experience in celebration of the eagerly anticipated Picasso/Dalí, Dalí/Picasso exhibition at the Museu Picasso. From March 19 to June 28, more than 80 rarely loaned works by Pablo Picasso and Salvador Dalí will be presented side by side. The Picasso/Dalí experience at Hotel Arts Barcelona, which is a short stroll from the Museu Picasso, includes a night's accommodation, two tickets to the exhibition, plus beverages and tapas. The package starts from €350 (Dh1,443). Visit www.ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/Barcelona.
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